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as in statements
a record of goods sold or services performed together with the costs due
why is the electric bill so high this month?
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as in notes
a piece of printed paper used as money in the United States
the $5 bill has a picture of Abraham Lincoln on the front
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as in posters
a sheet bearing an announcement for posting in a public place
posted a bill advertising the new play
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as in expenses
the amount owed at a bar or restaurant or the slip of paper stating the amount
although they were all working adults, their parents still insisted on paying the bill whenever they went out to eat
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as in laws
a rule of conduct or action laid down by a governing authority and especially a legislature
the legislative committee endorsed a bill that would strengthen consumer protections
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Recent Examples of bills
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026
Most bills are subject to a filibuster and thus need 60 votes for passage — meaning Republicans must find some Democratic support in the 53-47 Senate.
—Mary Clare Jalonick, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
People struggling with student loans, in particular, must often choose between covering today’s bills and saving for tomorrow.
—Mary Moreland, Fortune, 17 May 2026
Other bills that drew concern from business groups included Senate Bill 4 and Senate Bill 5, which dealt with consumer data privacy and artificial intelligence regulation.
—P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 17 May 2026
Most bills are subject to a filibuster and thus need 60 votes for passage — meaning Republicans must find some Democratic support in the 53-47 Senate.
—ABC News, 16 May 2026
The medical bills continued mounting into the thousands.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
The program helps low-income households pay utility bills.
—Willie Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 10 Apr. 2025
Among the weird things people left behind were a full sheet of uncut $2 bills, a toilet seat, silicone butt pads, a rattlesnake preserved in a jar of whiskey and an antique French guide to performing exorcisms.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2025
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Its all-inclusive concept means there’s no fussing about signing bills after lunch or scanning the activities list for prices, which sets the tone for a proper toes-in-the-sand break on one of the country’s prettiest islands.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026
Most bills are subject to a filibuster and thus need 60 votes for passage — meaning Republicans must find some Democratic support in the 53-47 Senate.
—Mary Clare Jalonick, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
People struggling with student loans, in particular, must often choose between covering today’s bills and saving for tomorrow.
—Mary Moreland, Fortune, 17 May 2026
Other bills that drew concern from business groups included Senate Bill 4 and Senate Bill 5, which dealt with consumer data privacy and artificial intelligence regulation.
—P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 17 May 2026
Most bills are subject to a filibuster and thus need 60 votes for passage — meaning Republicans must find some Democratic support in the 53-47 Senate.
—ABC News, 16 May 2026
The medical bills continued mounting into the thousands.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
The program helps low-income households pay utility bills.
—Willie Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 10 Apr. 2025
Among the weird things people left behind were a full sheet of uncut $2 bills, a toilet seat, silicone butt pads, a rattlesnake preserved in a jar of whiskey and an antique French guide to performing exorcisms.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bills
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Meanwhile, the critical Strait of Hormuz remains closed, driving concerns over dwindling oil stockpiles and a further oil shock, according to statements from the International Energy Agency, alongside banks and energy executives.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
18 May 2026
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Other stations issued statements prior to the airing of each episode claiming that the show did not reflect the channel’s opinions.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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Showing beautiful aromatics, including expressive floral notes in the bouquet, 2021 Brunello is noted for its bold fruit flavors, extraordinary balance, elegant texture, and overall integration.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
15 May 2026
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Both of these first two episodes end on those gritty notes.—
Noel Murray,
Vulture,
15 May 2026
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The windows had posters showing the apparel and footwear line co-created by Zendaya, which recently launched and includes the Cloudnova Moon shoe.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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Anonymous online posters frequently bring up data suggesting that liberal women are most likely to report suffering from anxiety.—
Helen Lewis,
The Atlantic,
14 May 2026
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He was also accused of deceiving escrow agents to secure the release of pre-construction condominium deposits and then misappropriated those funds for personal expenses unrelated to the developments.—
Jay Weaver,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2026
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Furthermore, jockeys may have to cover expenses such as travel and lodging.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
15 May 2026
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Similar laws are on the books in Europe, and there’s no evidence that prices have gone up because of them.—
Justin Sanchez,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
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In addition, this legislation could provide leaders with protection on state laws pertaining to NIL, which has led to lawsuits and a plethora of disagreements.—
Trey Wallace,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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Also, closed mouths don’t get fed.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
19 May 2026
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His shocking appearance seemed to even surprise his castmates, who looked at him with wide eyes and open mouths.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
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Despite the prior game being a pack-in title for the PS5, Team Asobi’s full-sized sequel brims with inventive platforming, whimsical power-ups, and a kind of lighthearted fun that recalls the best of Crash Bandicoot and Spyro the Dragon.—
Sheena Vasani,
The Verge,
28 Feb. 2026
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Hats with intricate details, antique fabrics, and structured brims should be gently hand-cleaned to keep them in good condition.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
8 Feb. 2026
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The best way to remove ticks from your property is to keep up with general yard maintenance, especially around bushes that pets frequently brush up against.—
Charlotte Maracina,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
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This method creates a durable, washable bed that pets love.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Bills.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bills. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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